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Small fire damages old Elko Station overnight
A small fire damaged the old Elko Station on Van Horne Street in Cranbrook early Wednesday morning, July 17.
At approximately 12:21 a.m., Cranbrook Fire and Emergency Services responded to the call, with two engines and four firefighters attending. Shortly after another 12 responders also attended the scene.
Upon arrival, crews discovered a small fire on the porch area of the building, which had begun to spread toward the attic area and the rear of the building. The fire was actioned and extinguished quickly. Damage to the Elko Station is considered minimal with some fire and smoke damage. No damage estimate is available.
Cranbrook Fire and Emergency Services will be investigating the cause of the fire this morning, in partnership with the CPR police and the RCMP.
City of Cranbrook
